Stock market
Top ETF trends to watch in 2022
January 26, 2022 12:00 AM PST| By Versha JainHighlights The current macroeconomic situation remains precarious as the pandemic and high inflation continue to persist. This year, inflation would remain the dominant theme that will dictate investment priorities and asset performance. .....
Nasdaq logged 66th correction this week since its inception in 1971
January 20, 2022 01:37 PM PST| By Rupam RoyHighlights The Nasdaq Composite logged its 66th correction this week since its launch in 1971. The index declined 10.69% on Wednesday from its record high of 16,057.44 points on Nov 19, 2021. On Tuesday, it closed below its 200-day moving aver.....
How to research a stock? A beginner’s guide to share selection
January 17, 2022 12:16 AM PST| By Versha JainHighlights Investing in stocks comes easier for those who are used to researching companies. Ratios are the metrics used to determine the financial health of a company. Other qualitative indicators to analyze include management, competitors, a.....
Top 5 NYSE material stocks to follow in 2022
January 14, 2022 04:26 AM PST| By Rupam RoyHighlights Sherwin-Williams Company (NYSE: SHW) expects its adjusted diluted net income to be between US$8.35 and US$8.55 per share Freeport-McMoRan, Inc.’s (NYSE: FCX) revenue surged 58% YoY in Q3, FY21 Vulcan Materials Company (N.....
Why is TSR Inc’s stock rallying? NASDAQ:TSRI jumps 36% in pre-market
January 11, 2022 08:07 AM PST| By Versha JainHighlights TSR Inc. (TSRI) is a staffing company, founded in 1969. TSR, Inc. announced its second-quarter results with increased revenue for the quarter ended November 30, 2021. The stock spiked 29.25% in one year. TSR, Inc. (NA.....
Stocks that could give FAANG companies a run for money
January 05, 2022 09:37 AM PST| By Rupam RoyAlthough the big FAANG companies continue to hog the limelight, they might soon see increased competition to retain their exalted positions in the market. The FAANG stocks include Meta Platforms Inc., formerly Facebook, Amazon.com Inc., Apple Inc......
Yearender: A look at top 5 technology ETFs of 2021
December 29, 2021 12:11 PM PST| By Versha JainHighlights The US ETF industry is worth US$7.0 trillion. A total of 445 ETFs were launched in 2021, adding US$900 billion into the ETF market. The Dow Jones US Technology Total Stock Market Index gained 37.44% YTD. Exchange-traded f.....
Top stocks under US$1,000 to explore in 2022
December 22, 2021 01:10 PM PST| By Rupam RoyStock markets saw strong gains in 2021 despite the Covid-19 pandemic. The companies posted significant revenue growth in their quarterly reports, lifted by consumer demand. Here we explore five stocks that are under US$1,000, gave a solid performa.....
Yearender: Five S&P 500 stocks that gave over 100% return on equity
December 21, 2021 11:19 AM PST| By Versha JainThe S&P 500 Index or the Standards and Poor’s 500 Index comprises 500 large-cap public companies based on their market capitalization. These companies are ge.....
Test of Nerves: Manchin’s comments wreak havoc on markets
December 20, 2021 05:26 PM PST| By Team Kalkine MediaHighlights The Democratic senator on Sunday voiced concern over the decades-high inflation in the country and the compounding impact of the spending bill on the economy. The comments did not help allay the markets waning confidence over the ris.....
These 5 US stocks returned between 500% and 5,000% in 2021
December 16, 2021 06:01 AM PST| By Versha JainThis year has been another year of COVID-19, meme rallies, the metaverse and AI. Meme stocks gave robust returns. Other stocks enjoyed rallies driven by the cryptocurrency craze, and some benefitted from the pandemic-related healthcare requirements.....
Best US ETFs that returned over 55% in 2021
December 15, 2021 11:01 AM PST| By Versha JainHighlights ETFs are considered a safer way to invest in the stock market for new investors. They charge a fee for managing the ETFs, called the expense ratio. ETFs are available for almost all the market segments. Exchange-Traded Funds (E.....
3 global metaverse stocks to look at in 2022
December 15, 2021 12:14 PM AEDT| By AshishThe metaverse, a virtual reality-powered version of the internet, is the new buzzword in the internet technology space all across the globe. The virtual space within digital environments, including online games and social media, is being seen .....
10 US-listed Chinese stocks to explore in 2022
December 06, 2021 03:27 PM PST| By Rupam RoyHighlights Alibaba named Toby Xu as its new CFO, effective April 1, 2022. NIO Inc has delivered 10,878 vehicles in November 2021. Xpeng has delivered 15,613 vehicles in November 2021. The US-listed Chinese stocks have been drawing attenti.....
Whitepaper on SPACs in the US
December 02, 2021 08:41 AM PST| By Versha JainHighlights SPACs (Special Purpose Acquisition Company) are a time- and-money saving route for stock listings by companies. SPACs get two years to complete a purchase, or they must return the funds to investors. Virgin Galactic Holdings, Inc. (.....
Why US pension fund trims Buffett exposure, bets on meme, pot stocks?
December 01, 2021 11:04 AM PST| By Sanjeeb BaruahHighlights The pension had US$321.9 billion in assets as of Oct 31, 2021, it disclosed to the US market regulator, the Securities Exchange Commission or SEC. Additionally, Calstrs bought 347,900 shares of Tilray in Q3. It didn’t have a...
How is Omicron affecting financial markets?
November 29, 2021 03:07 AM AEDT| By AkshayLast Friday witnessed a huge sell-off on the global equity markets after the discovery of a new coronavirus variant called Omicron. In the latest update, the Dutch health authorities said that they had found 13 infected cases of Omicron among the 6.....
7 travel, entertainment stocks to explore on Thanksgiving
November 25, 2021 05:41 AM PST| By Versha JainThe travel industry was one of the worst-hit sectors during the lockdown. While it saw some improvement in recent months, it is still not out of the woods. Travel stakeholders are hoping to capitalize on the upcoming holiday season, the period lead.....
How are US-listed Chinese stocks performing in November?
November 18, 2021 02:47 PM PST| By Rupam RoyHighlights Alibaba Group Holding Limited (NYSE: BABA) revenue surged 29% YoY in the quarter ended on Sept 30, 2021. The revenue of JD.com, Inc. (NASDAQ: JD) rose over 25% YoY in Q3, FY21. XPeng Inc. (NYSE: XPEV) will report its financial resul.....
From Alibaba, Lucid to NetEase: Top stocks to watch out this week
November 15, 2021 12:24 PM PST| By Ipsita SarkarHighlights Lucid Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: LCID) has been named the 2022 MotorTrend Car of the Year Award. NetEase, Inc. (NASDAQ: NTES) revenue was up 12% YoY in Q2, FY21. Alibaba Group's (NYSE: BABA) revenue jumped 34% YoY for the quarter ended Ju.....